Potter's Syndrome
Potter's Syndrome Causes
The disorder is a result of the decreased levels of the amniotic fluid oligohydramnios, which helps form the kidneys. It can also be an effect of other underlying diseases such as multicystic kidney illnesses.
Potter's Syndrome Definition
Potter's syndrome, also known as Potter's disease, refers to a congenital defect in which the infant is born with missing, incomplete, or deformed kidneys.
Potter's Syndrome Diagnosis
The disease can be diagnosed by measuring the levels of amniotic acids in the fetus while still in vitro. Other symptoms can be recognized after the infant is born.
Potter's Syndrome Symptoms and Signs
Apart from the missing kidneys, infants with Potter's syndrome display other features such as the absence of the ureters, large, wide-set eyes, a flattened nose, low set ears and deformed genitalia.
Potter's Syndrome Treatment
There is no specific treatment yet for the disorder.